Description
Rose Pistachio Cheesecake Ice Cream is a decadent, creamy dessert with a luxurious texture, infused with the delicate floral notes of rosewater and the crunch of pistachios. Perfect for summer or any special occasion, this ice cream offers a delightful contrast between creamy smoothness and nutty crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp rosewater
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, soften cream cheese and blend with the cooled cream mixture until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and rosewater to the mixture and stir gently. Adjust the rose flavor if needed.
- Fold in chopped pistachios with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to chill. Then churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
Notes
- Dairy-Free: Use coconut cream or plant-based heavy cream. Substitute cream cheese with almond or cashew-based cream cheese alternative.
- Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Ensure any toppings are also gluten-free.
- Sweetener Alternatives: You can substitute sugar with honey, agave syrup, or a sugar-free sweetener.
- Flavor Variations: Add crushed rose petals for a stronger floral note or mix in chocolate chunks for an exciting twist.
- For a smoother texture, toast pistachios lightly before adding them to the mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop (1/2 cup)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Rose Pistachio Ice Cream, Homemade Ice Cream, Cheesecake Ice Cream, Pistachio Dessert, Rose Ice Cream